TN: It is just okay, like only okay kind of okay, I was reading it and thought it would be better if I just posted it, It was on works for over 2 months now, I only got time today. It is a short series like only 30 chapters short and it is completed on my side, I’ll post either two chapters a day or one chapter a day.]
Chapter 1 – The Time of Reincarnation
“…So, this is the end,”
I thrust my sword into the ground and sat down. A world of pure red stretched as far as I could see.
The battle had just ended, and I was the only survivor.
I am over seventy years old now, and my prime was long ago. But thanks to this cursed sword, I was able to fight through my entire life.
“Such a long… long journey,”
exhaustion seeped out of my entire body. There was no blood flowing, and no noticeable external wounds.
Yet, I had felt for a long time that my human body was nearing its limit.
“But still… my swordsmanship is not yet perfect, not yet complete.”
Yes. I still do not believe I have mastered the sword.
I have dedicated my whole life to the sword. Thanks in part to this cursed sword that has become my beloved blade, I was called the strongest swordsman in history.
Even so, I am far from reaching the peak of swordsmanship.
Everyone called me a master swordsman who had refined the sword, but I was not satisfied.
“Is this the end…?”
Gradually, my vision dimmed and darkened. I couldn’t even see clearly what pose I was in now. Is this what they call death?
If I could wish for anything… I wanted to master the sword.
And then, my consciousness as Ayame Hojo, the swordsman, faded away here.
†
“──Where is this?”
A completely white space. I was standing there.
“Is this a dream? Or, did I arrive in the ephemeral world at the moment of death?”
But I could still feel my body clearly, and my consciousness was sharp.
It was a space too realistic to be called a dream.
“Ayame Hojo. This is the world between life and death,”
A voice called out from somewhere. When I turned around, I saw a woman standing there.
Transparent skin, sky-blue eyes. Her hair was golden, and her features were intricately doll-like.
“Who are you?”
First, I decided to ask about her identity.
“I am a god. You can call me Goddess-chan,”
“Goddess! Truly! To be able to meet a god—such a thing—”
More than her title, I was shocked by the fact itself. Gods were said to exist, but no human had ever actually seen one.
I had even thought deep down that maybe they didn’t exist.
“It’s not something that normally happens. However, you have stepped into a realm beyond human limits. As a reward, your soul will be elevated to the heavens,”
she explained.
“The heavens, you say?”
“Yes. That’s what you humans call Paradise—an ideal land where all happiness can be obtained. Of course, you do agree to go there, right?”
“Is there a sword there?”
“There isn’t.”
Then, the answer was clear.
“If there’s no sword, there’s no need to go.”
“Even if your soul is to vanish at this very moment?”
“Of course. I will live with the sword and die with the sword. Even after death, that will not change.”
“Heh,”
Goddess, or whatever she call herself, brought her hand to her mouth and smiled.
That smile was surely something worthy of captivating people.
However, I felt a slight sense of unease.
” I thought you’d say that. Well then, how about reincarnation?”
” Are you talking about reincarnation and rebirth?”
” That’s the idea. I will transfer your existence to another world. Of course, you can take your cursed sword that you used in your previous life as well.”
” That would be wonderful! But, is it truly alright? To have such a convenient thing happen?”
” Of course. You are a human who has exceeded human limits. We gods always look forward to human potential. Now, go on.”
With that, my vision was dyed completely white. My body, melting away like snow, was about to lose consciousness again.
—
” Ah. I forgot to mention—”
At the very last moment, the goddess narrowed her eyes and Said:
“Your destination for reincarnation is Magia Heim, the World of Magic Supremacy. It’s a merciless world where swords are useless. Even in a world like that, I am looking forward to seeing how much you can grow, you know?”[TN: ‘魔術至上世界 {World of Magic Supremacy}’ with furigana as マギアヘイム {MagaHeim}”
†
” Hah…!”
I woke up again. My consciousness and body were functioning perfectly, and I slowly stood up.
Is this just a forest? In front of me, trees stretched out endlessly.
” I have my sword. And my body is also younger. Is this world clothing fitting it?”
Was that earlier just a fleeting dream, or was it real after all?
But what bothers me most is the goddess’s last words—
” What is ‘magiaeim’? She also said swords wouldn’t work here, but can such a world even exist?”
Since I don’t recognize these words at all, I have no idea what they refer to.
However, I can somehow sense that quite a challenge lies ahead, judging by the goddess’s tone and expressions.
” For now, my main goal is to secure food, shelter, and clothing.”
Even if I aim to master the sword, humans will definitely need these things. That said, from my perspective, as long as I have food, I wouldn’t have trouble swinging the sword.
” Kyaaahhhhhh!”
I hear the piercing scream of a young woman.
From her voice, it’s clear she’s being attacked. Not helping her now is simply impossible.
I reach for my cursed sword and dash toward the direction of the scream.
[TN: No need for any other information here, I’ll just post and that’s all. if anyone finds it ohh, nice! then you can think of dropping some ko-fi, else just leave it]